Originally Posted by BobinNH
But can anyone tell me what's so magical about it.......

Don't get me wrong I understand the "want" part when it comes to rifle cartridges, which is reason enough to get one.


Nothing magical. The 280 AI gives me the capability to drive 140's & 150's to velocities that most of my commercial barreled 280's will not attain. That is an honest 3200 fps with 140's & an honest 3000+ fps with 150's. I don't need or want 7mm Mag velocities in my 284 caliber cartridge choices.

I love my 300 WSM's. It supercedes all of my other hunting rounds and is my go-to hunting choice. I simply wanted a 280 AI, nothing more.

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